The Crazy 80's!

     The 80's was a time of change. We put the Watergate scandal behind us and stepped into the future with a former actor, Ronald Reagan, as our President. Reagan offered change that would bring back traditional values and pride in America. He swept the election with a  44 million to 35 million popular vote margin and enjoyed an electoral landslide. Reagan was the oldest President to serve in the White House at 69, until recently. He was able to recover our economy, although we sank deeper into debt as well.
     The 80's also brought the first reusable spacecraft, Columbia, and launched it from Cape Canaveral in 1981. Two years later, we attempted to send the first woman into space, as well as, civilians. Sadly, that mission did not end well. The Challenger burst into flames shortly after take-off. The 80's also saw a rise in homeschooling in America. Parents wanted to train their children in a godly environment, so they brought them home to educate them. Thank goodness! If the homeschooling movement had not taken off, we would not have this fun history class!

Brooke was so 80's!!!

     During the 80's, many people gathered around the television to watch the Berlin Wall come down in Germany. It was a huge event for Germany, and Americans tuned into to show their support. Some Americans even went over there to celebrate! Here is the clip, in case you need to watch it again.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TheW5eqAbx0

Who knew David Hasselhoff was so talented?!!!You know you envy his jacket.

Next week we are on to the 90's! The 90's rocked! A huge scandal rocked our nation and a war. It was "tubular"! We will also play a game "How Well Do You Know the 90's". Make sure you know your 90's facts.

We are so close to being done for the year. It has gone by so fast! We are only meeting 3 more times!

Homework:
1. Read Unit 29
2. Work on Timeline
3. Work on Presentation

Have a great week!